The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) states water causes extensive deterioration to chimneys and masonry, leading to expensive repairs. Preventing water penetration is one of the most important responsibilities that a homeowner has when maintaining a masonry...
Masonry chimneys are built to last a lifetime. However, the bricks and mortar joints can suffer from damage and deterioration over time. According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), water causes the largest amount of chimney masonry problems. Bricks...
Keeping water out of your chimney is one of the most important things you can do as a homeowner. The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) warns that water is the greatest enemy of masonry chimneys because of the amount of expensive damage it can do. The CSIA...
Did you know that some of the worst damage to your chimney is more likely to occur during the winter? Cold temperatures are extremely tough on masonry materials, and the bricks and mortar of your chimney can suffer so much damage and deterioration that the structure...